Growing up, I saw a lot of community support usually called ‘Harambee’ (meaning-pulling together). Many people readily support good cause(s). I had several harambee’s before coming to America (thanks to all those who supported) and looking back now, I see it clearly the spirit of giving and how it affects others positively. This has not been very successful here in the US. I have a fundraising today 7/31/10 @ 4:00pm to start a Transitional Housing for- At Risk, Abused and Neglected children to keep them away from the street, but so far, the response has been slow. The day is still young. Keep up the good work of “Harambee’
Coming to America is a wonderful and a great opportunity for many foreigners, however, a great number of these people arrive with no credit history. In many foreign countries, only those with high paying jobs are able to get credit. It is a privilege to be in America, a country where credit is available to those who want or need it.
Getting credit for the first time can be fascinating and exciting for an adult. Yet it takes a lot of courage, discipline, and determination to be able to use credit carefully—which is the purpose of this book. How can the availability of credit help those who have never had credit in their lives? This book explains the struggles, problems, solutions, and suggestions to understanding financial management. Anyone willing to learn a few tips can be a successful credit user and avoid financial traps. Read more in my book, ‘Before, After, And Beyond Bankruptcy, Pleasant Word-2009. Click on this ink – http://www.ccaafp.org/index.php/about-betty-odak/bankruptcy-book/
Growing up I drank fermented wheat, barley or maize flour porridge all the time. I remember one time some missionaries came for a visit in Huruma Estate and I offered them the fermented porridge, and I explained the process. The guy’s reaction was ‘I do not want to get drunk during the day’ Well, check this fermneted tea on this link http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Fermented-tea-kombucha-apf-340175706.html?x=0
Keep an eye on new and updated news on Immigration and other issues related to immgration and immigrants.
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reports that during fiscal year 2009 and fiscal year 2010, usage of family-based visas has been exceptionally low, especially among spouses and children of green card holders (the F-2A preference category). In FY 2009, approximately 10,000 family-based visas were unused and, by statute, were reallocated for use by employment-based immigrants in FY 2010.
Given FY 2009 underutilization of family-based visas, the CIS Ombudsman has worked alongside United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of State (DOS) to monitor family-based visa usage in FY 2010. To enable more family-based visa applicants to become eligible for final processing, the Visa Bulletin cut-off dates have been accelerating significantly. Despite the fact that more family members are becoming eligible, demand for family-based visas remains weak. While efforts are underway to facilitate maximum utilization, a significant number of family-based visas may again go unused in FY 2010. Read more DOS Visa Bulletins. Or go to http://www.uscis.gov
Immigrating to another country can be very stressful. While a certain level of stress is necessary to avoid boredom, high levels of stress over a sustained period of time can damage your health. The process of immigration laws and changes can increase the stress level for a non immigrant.
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It is important to monitor the common symptoms of stress, and the negative effects that excessive stress can cause. While the symptoms in isolation may or may not show stress, where several occur it is likely that stress is having an effect. Note that as the stress you are under increases, your ability to recognize it will often
When you are under stress or have been tired for a long period of time you may find that you are less able to think clearly and rationally about problems. This can lead to the following internal emotional ‘upsets’: These are the symptoms of long term stress:
- Worry or anxiety
- Confusion, and an inability to concentrate or make decisions
- Feeling ill
- Feeling out of control or overwhelmed by events
- Mood changes:
- Depression
- Frustration
- Hostility
- Helplessness
- Impatience & irritability
- Restlessness
- Being more lethargic
- Difficulty sleeping
- Drinking more alcohol and smoking more
- Changing eating habits
- Reduced sex drive if you are married
- Relying more on medication
It is important to seek professional help if you or someone you know suffers from any of the above.
